GEELONG - Leigh River Ramble - Inverleigh + Pub Lunch

Escaping Your Comfort Zone - Side by Side Nature Walks is for women who want chilled out, short and slow adventures. We don’t care about size, speed or fitness. We go slow, we go short, we leave no one behind. It’s about fun in the outdoors, because we can!  These walks are part of an intergenerational program, building connections between women aged 18-30 and women aged 55+.

📌 Inverleigh River Walk

🌳 Riverside paths, bushland, birdlife and historic township
🚶 Flat, easy walk, with some rough spots along the Leigh River (1–1.5 hrs). No one is left behind.
🍴 Pub lunch at the Inverleigh Hotel afterwards (please comment if you are coming to the pub for lunch, as we will need to book)
🐕 Dogs allowed on short lead, must be well behaved
🚻 Public toilets at the start/finish
🅿️ Park near the Inverleigh Skate Park: https://maps.app.goo.gl/DDLkKvB3ds2u1EsN8
🚗 Carpool if you can. Please drop a comment in the chat if you can offer a lift or need one.

ABOUT THE INVERLEIGH RIVER WALK
This peaceful walk follows the Leigh River as it winds its way past bushland and open paddocks, with plenty of birdlife to spot along the way. Shady gum trees line the track, and there are quiet spots to pause by the water. The walk also connects with the historic township of Inverleigh, offering a mix of nature and country charm. It’s a gentle outing with wide paths, fresh country air, and plenty of time to enjoy the riverside atmosphere together.

FOOD + CUPPAS
After the walk, we will head for a pub lunch at the Inverleigh Hotel afterwards (pay for your own - please comment if you are coming to the pub for lunch, as we will need to book)

 WHAT TO BRING

• Water: at least 1L (more if it’s hot)
• Clothes: comfy, with layers you can add/remove
• Shoes: any comfortable shoes with laces
• Raincoat: if you have one and rain is possible
• First aid/medications: Your health is your responsibility.  Bring your own first aid kit.  Don't forget any puffers, antihistamines, epipens etc if you use them. Remember you are in the outdoors.
• Emergency contact info: use our form (or write details on paper, in a ziplock bag, in the top/front pocket your pack)

CARPOOLING
Carpooling is a great way to save car park space, cut down our environmental footprint, and travel with new friends. Many of us come from similar areas, so please drop a note in the chat if you can offer a lift or need one.  It's great to offer a small contribution (or even a coffee) to your driver.

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